Despite missing the WC, Brett Lee is looking on the bright side of his injury, saying it may prolong his career by up to two years.

Shahriar Nafees scored an unbeaten century as Bangladesh comprehensively defeated Bermuda in the first match of the ICC Tri-Series.

Pakistani cricketers will receive up to 5 million rupees in bonuses, should they win the 2007 World Cup in the Caribbean.

The Irish Cricket Union have appointed former Zimbabwe coach and West Indies international Phil Simmons as their new coach post WC.

Indian bowler Irfan Pathan has been cleared to play in the World Cup after proving his fitness in a domestic game.

Ireland will enter their first World Cup with an outside chance of winning their opening clash with a politically torn Zimbabwe team.

Australian umpire Darrell Hair has withdrawn his lawsuit claiming racial discrimination against the Pakistan Cricket Board.

Tim May, has called on a reduction of ODIs between Australia and India saying the situation has gotten completely out of control.

Shaun Tait has spoken out saying he’s raring to get into the World Cup and show that he has the strike power to fill the void left by Brett Lee.

Champion spin bowler Anil Kumble, will most probably play his last one-day match in Indian colours during the 2007 World Cup.